PRSA Membership Benefits
PRSA membership
As a professional society, the benefits of PRSA membership are designed for and delivered to you, as an individual, not as a corporate member, and are not transferable. Many beneficial resources are included in your membership, while others are available at special reduced member rates.
Professional Development
Our organization consists of nearly 150 of the area’s top public relations professionals from business and industry, consulting firms, government agencies, hospitals, trade and professional organizations, and not-for-profit groups.
We offer opportunities to network with communications professionals from diverse backgrounds and experience levels and to learn industry best practices from local and national leaders through monthly programs, seminars, and access to the national PRSA database of contacts and resources.
Earn your APR
Established in 1964, the APR program is the profession’s only national post-graduate certification program. It measures a public relations practitioner’s fundamental knowledge of communications theory and its application; establishes advanced capabilities in research, strategic planning, implementation, and evaluation; and demonstrates a commitment to professional excellence and ethical conduct. For more information on earning your APR please visit the National APR Application page or email [email protected].
PRSA National
This resource-rich website offers access to many members-only benefits, including webinars and podcasts on topics specific to our industry, the online member directory, an editorial database plus hundreds of public relations campaign award winners as well as the most up-to-date industry trends and most recent research findings in video, publications, monographs and reprints.
Job Opportunities
As a PRSA member, you have job search assistance literally at your fingertips. Stimulate your career using our extensive online resources. You can visit www.PRSA.org to search job openings or post your resume nationwide or search our visit our Chapter's career opportunities tab.
Awards and Recognition – local and national
PRSA national awards honor outstanding contributions to the public relations profession. Consider entering your best work for the chance to earn recognition, raise your industry profile, enhance your brand recognition, celebrate your team's accomplishments, grow your business and become part of public relations history. Competitions include the Anvil Awards, Chapter Diversity Awards, Individual Awards, and Section Awards.
The Southeastern Wisconsin Chapter hosts the annual Paragon Awards to recognize excellence in public relations within our region. We also present the Dorothy Thomas Black Award and Communicator of the Year Award.
